Achieve Something Great
Are you an experienced Child and Family Health, Youth Health or Paediatric Nurse? Then this job is for you!
Join a fun, friendly, and highly supportive team where every day brings something new. Enjoy flexible work practices, including the option to work from home, while delivering care through a dynamic home visiting model.
Why you'll love this role:
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You'll work with infants, children, and young people aged 0–18 and their families, supported by a long-term contract and a multidisciplinary team of Child and Family Health Nurses, Social Workers, and an Aboriginal Health Worker.
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You’ll have the perfect balance of autonomy and collaboration, with strong connections to DCJ, NGOs, Youth Health PARVAN, Paediatrics, Mental Health, and allied health services.
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You'll travel across various sites in the District and make a meaningful impact in a role that values independence and teamwork.
Are You the Right Fit?
As a Child and Family Health Nurse, you will bring compassion, clinical confidence, and a deep commitment to supporting children and families through trauma‑informed, person‑centred care.
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You’re skilled in delivering safe, holistic nursing care and thrive when working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams to support children in out‑of‑home care.
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You naturally adopt a trauma‑informed, family‑sensitive approach, creating environments where children, young people, and carers feel safe, respected, and genuinely supported.
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You’re motivated by making a meaningful difference in vulnerable communities, using your clinical expertise and empathy to improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
